Built in Kingston, Ontario, to protect the Royal Naval dockyards, the Rideau Canal and the town of Kingston. Fort Henry is one of Canadas largest fortifications
Kingston Ontario
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Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
(1/2) Fort Henry is open for March Break! 🏰 ✨
Step back in time at Kingston’s historic fortress and experience the life of a British-Canadian soldier in 1867. Plus, explore the grounds, enjoy a History Hunt and get creative in the Kids’ Casemate. 🍁
ALT March Break at Fort Henry Alt text: A person holding a bell and basket
ALT A historical interpreter soldier standing guard.
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Got a chance to to visit @FortHenry in Kingston, Ontario this week.
Completed in 1837 on the St. Lawrence River, it was part of a network of fortifications protecting Britain's Canadian colonies from the threat of U.S. invasion.
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Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
The staff at @FortHenry National Historic Site in Kingston, Ontario demonstrate the firing of a 24-pounder gun.
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
📣 Registration is OPEN for Cannonball Crush, presented by Subaru of Kingston, happening Saturday, June 14, 2025!
NEW! Teens (13-17) can tackle a 3.5-km course with 15+ obstacles, while adults (18+) take on the classic 5-km challenge.
Sign up now ➡️ CannonballCrush.ca
ALT Group of participants running at Cannonball Crush race event at Fort Henry departing the start line.
ALT Group of runners crossing the finish line under a blue Subaru of Kingston arch at Cannonball Crush race event at Fort Henry.
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
#2 of #25 things to do in Kingston this October: Fort Fright bit.ly/3S76bB7
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Congratulations to the Guard of '24 and @FortHenry staff on a great summer - we're very proud of all that you accomplished over the past four months. Hope to see many of you back next summer - the Fort just isn't the same without you.
It's bittersweet to wrap up our final weekend of the 2024 season. A huge THANK YOU to our amazing #FortHenry team - Guard members, interpreters, maintenance, retail, admissions, and events staff. Each of you brings our living history museum to life! ❤️👏
ALT Group of people in historical costumes, including red-coated soldiers and civilians in period dress, posing on the parade square of Fort Henry.
ALT Four people standing in front of Mrs. Henry's Treat Shop under a clear blue sky.
ALT Three individuals in red polo shirts with Fort Henry logo, smiling and standing in front of a limestone wall.
ALT Group of six individuals in historical costumes, posing in front of a stone archway at Fort Henry.
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Tomorrow's a big day! The Fort Henry Guard Club's AGM starts at 4:30 pm, and it will be followed by the annual Awards Night, where we recognize outstanding achievement by members of the Guard and staff @FortHenry. Best of luck to all of this year's nominees!
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
NEWS - Tickets Now on Sale to Experience Ontario’s Trail-blazing Outdoor Carved Pumpkin Exhibition, Pumpkinferno at @UpperCanadaVill and @KingstonPenTour, plus Interactive Scare Fest, Fort Fright at @FortHenry in Kingston.
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Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Aw, thank you for the kind words, Bob! The @FortHenry did us very proud last evening!
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Tomorrow is the first Sunset Ceremony of the year @FortHenry! The Guard has been working so hard to make this show possible, and we're all looking forward to watching them perform. And if you can't attend this week, you have another chance next Wednesday.
forthenry.com/event/sunset-c…
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Happy 86th birthday to the Fort Henry Guard! Catch a glimpse of the original Guard in this home movie, and listen to Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King's speech at the official opening of @FortHenry as a living history museum on August 1, 1938.
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Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Just two hours until showtime! Wishing the Guard of '24 and and all the staff @FortHenry a great first show tonight - lots of former Guard will be there to cheer you on!
Today is the day! Don't miss Fort Henry's highly anticipated Tattoo performance! Doors open at 6:00pm and the show begins promptly at 7:00 p.m. 🎵🥁
Tickets are still available for purchase: forthenry.com/event/tattoo/
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Perfect conditions yesterday for the new Honourary Guard Commander ceremony @FortHenry welcoming @AnnetteBergeron as the first female HGC - 31 years after the first female Guard hit the square. I am so proud of this organization & wish all the best for all the women yet to come!
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Reminder: There will be a special parade on Friday, July 12 at 3:00 pm @FortHenry to welcome new Honorary Guard Commander Annette Bergeron. Hope to see lots of former Guard there!
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
NEWS - The Sunset Ceremony is making its return to @FortHenry for the 2024 season, on select evenings in August. It has become a must-see for both Kingston residents and visitors. Tickets for both shows are on sale now.
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Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
A few important dates coming up this summer @FortHenry:
July 12 @ 3:00 pm: Special parade to welcome Honorary Guard Commander Annette Bergeron
July 27 @ 7:00 pm: Fort Henry Tattoo
August 14 @ 7:00 pm: Sunset Ceremony!
August 27 @ 4:30 pm: FHGCC AGM (more details to come)
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Happy Canada from the Citadel of Upper Canada 🇨🇦
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☞ Photos: Fort Henry Guard (1979)
#CanadaDay #canadaday2024 #Canada #ygk
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
Happy Canada Day! Hope you're all enjoying the day with family and friends - especially if you happen to be celebrating with a trip back in time to July 1st, 1867 @FortHenry
Fort Henry National Historic Site retweeted
With a proclamation by our Town Crier, the Kingston Water Taxi service is officially launched and ready to begin service on Monday, July 1! kingstonwatertaxi.ca
In a ceremony at Crawford Wharf, the @FortHenry Guard officially presented the keys to Senior Master, Capt. Steels.
